Lisuride

Identification

Name

Lisuride

Accession Number

DB00589 (APRD00636)

Type

Small Molecule

Groups

Approved, Investigational

Description

An ergot derivative that acts as an agonist at dopamine D2 receptors (dopamine agonists). It may also act as an antagonist at dopamine D1 receptors, and as an agonist at some serotonin receptors (serotonin agonists). [PubChem]

Pharmacology

Indication

For the management of Parkinson's Disease

Pharmacodynamics

Not Available

Mechanism of action

Lisuride is an anti-Parkinson drug chemically related to the dopaminergic ergoline Parkinson's drugs. Lisuride binds to the 5-HT(1A) and 5-HT(2A/2C) receptors. It is also thought to bind to the dopamine receptor and to act as a dopamine agonist. Evidence has also emerged that Lisuride also binds to the Histamine H1 receptor. Lisuride is also used to lower prolactin and, in low doses, to prevent migraine attacks.